Privacy Policy
UMD Direct Primary Care is committed to protecting the privacy of your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our services, including our website, patient portal, and in-person clinic visits.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information from you: Personal Information: Name, address, phone number, email address Date of birth, gender, Social Security number Medical history, including diagnoses, medications, allergies, immunizations, and treatment records Payment information, such as billing address and payment method (not directly stored by us) Demographic Information: Age, ethnicity, preferred language Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device information Your activity on our website and patient portal
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to: Provide you with medical care and treatment Schedule appointments and manage your healthcare needs Obtain payment for services Communicate with you about your health, appointments, and test results Improve our services and operations Comply with applicable laws and regulations Conduct research and quality improvement activities (with your consent)
Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with the following third parties: Healthcare providers: We may share your information with other healthcare providers involved in your care, such as specialists, hospitals, and laboratories. Government agencies: We may share your information with government agencies as required by law, such as public health authorities. Business partners: We may share your information with business partners who help us provide services, such as billing companies, IT service providers, and lab testing companies. We will only share your information with third parties with your consent or as permitted by law.
Data Security
We take reasonable steps that comply or exceed industry standards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure.
Your Choices
You have the following choices regarding your information: Access your information: You have the right to access your medical records and other personal information we hold about you. Correct your information: You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information in your records. Request that we delete your information: You may request that we delete your information, subject to certain exceptions. Restrict how we use your information: You can request that we restrict how we use your information, such as for marketing purposes. Opt out of communications: You can opt out of receiving marketing and promotional emails from us. To exercise any of your choices, please contact us at: Phone: 9799211292 Email: doctor@uandmd.com
Texas-Specific Privacy Protections
In addition to the general privacy rights described above, the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) and other Texas laws provide you with certain additional privacy rights. Under the DTPA, you have the right to: Be informed about our data collection practices before we collect your information. Access and correct your personal information. Refuse to allow us to disclose your personal information to third parties without your consent. We comply with all applicable Texas privacy laws.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: Phone: 9799211292 Email: doctor@uandmd.com